A Company Sells Toothpaste in a Tube Advertised to Contain

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Short Answer

A company sells toothpaste in a tube advertised to contain 8 ounces.The tube filling process is set with a mean of 8.21 ounces.In this continuous production process,the amount of toothpaste put in a tube is normally distributed with a mean of 8.21 ounces and a standard deviation of 0.09 ounces.If the actual capacity of the tubes used is 8.45 ounces,what proportion of the tubes will be filled beyond capacity?

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Definitions:

Forward Buying

The practice of purchasing larger quantities of goods than immediately needed, usually to take advantage of discounted prices or to ensure supply.

Peak Period

Times when demand for goods or services is at its highest, often requiring additional resources or strategies to meet customer needs.

Variable Demand

Variability in consumer demand over time, impacting production, inventory levels, and supply chain planning.

Forward Buying

The practice of purchasing stock in larger quantities than immediately needed to take advantage of discounts or to hedge against price increases.